Taco Dive in Port St Lucie

Last inspected:

1738 Sw St Lucie West Blvd, Port St Lucie, FL 34986
Overview

Taco Dive in Port St. Lucie has 30 inspections on record spanning 2016 to January 2026, documenting 233 total violations and averaging 7.8 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on October 19, 2017 for roach activity. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Handwashing violations appeared in at least 4 inspections between 2023 and 2024, along with recurring employee health reporting violations. A warning was issued on September 25, 2023 after an inspection documented 9 violations including management awareness and proper hand/arm washing deficiencies. The most recent inspection on January 7, 2026 found 6 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 19, 2017 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

30Inspections
233Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Taco Dive in Port St Lucie: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages

This Facility 7.8 violations / inspection 7.8 violations per inspection
St. Lucie County Avg 5.07 violations / inspection 5.07 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
St. Lucie County Avg 0.17 closures / facility 0.17 county average

Taco Dive in Port St Lucie: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Taco Dive in Port St Lucie
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 16:22:00

Taco Dive in Port St Lucie: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Taco Dive in Port St Lucie
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2017051151 $400.00 Oct 19, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Taco Dive in Port St Lucie: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections30 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections29 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections30 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Taco Dive in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Dive in Port St Lucie last inspected?
Taco Dive in Port St Lucie was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Taco Dive in Port St Lucie last shut down?
Taco Dive in Port St Lucie was last shut down on October 19, 2017 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Taco Dive in Port St Lucie?
The most frequently cited violations at Taco Dive in Port St Lucie are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Taco Dive in Port St Lucie had?
Taco Dive in Port St Lucie has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taco Dive in Port St Lucie find?
Taco Dive in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taco Dive in Port St Lucie ever been shut down?
Yes, Taco Dive in Port St Lucie has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Taco Dive in Port St Lucie faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Taco Dive in Port St Lucie has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Taco Dive in Port St Lucie been fined?
Taco Dive in Port St Lucie has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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